Eros and Civilization: A Philosophical Inquiry into Freud

This paperback edition shows visible signs of wear, with scuffing and edge wear on the cover. There is no dust jacket. The interior pages are intact, though there is a handwritten inscription on the title page. Despite cosmetic imperfections, the binding remains sound, making it a suitable reading copy for those interested in Marcuse's exploration of Freudian theory.

"Eros and Civilization: A Philosophical Inquiry into Freud" by Herbert Marcuse is a seminal work exploring the intersection of Freudian theory and societal structures. This edition, published by Vintage Books, a division of Random House, in February 1962, offers a new preface by the author, enhancing its original insights. Marcuse, a prominent figure in critical theory, delves into the potential for human liberation through the reconciliation of instinctual desires with societal demands. This Vintage Books edition is notable for its comprehensive analysis and remains influential in philosophical and psychological discourse. The book is in paperback format, showing significant wear on the cover, indicative of its age and usage, but remains a vital addition to collections focusing on 20th-century philosophy and psychoanalysis.